Movie spotlight
A parody of Saturday afternoon matinees, including coming attractions and a cartoon.
Flicks is an anthology film featuring three distinct stories, each with a darkly comedic and often surreal twist. The first segment, "The Handyman," follows a bizarre handyman who offers unusual services. The second, "Goo," centers on a sentient blob that absorbs people. The final story, "Cinderella," presents a grotesque and satirical take on the classic fairy tale.
Flicks received a mixed to positive reception upon its release, with critics often highlighting its bold, offbeat humor and inventive concepts, though some found its tone uneven. Audiences tended to appreciate its unique blend of horror and comedy, making it a cult favorite among fans of experimental cinema.
Praised for its dark and unconventional humor.
Appreciated for its unique and surreal storytelling.
Some critics found the anthology format to be inconsistent.
Google audience: Audience reception data from Google is not readily available for this cult film.
The film's director, Paul Bartel, also directed the cult classic 'Eating Raoul'.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources
After a newsreel, trailers, serials, a Cat & Mouse cartoon, supporting feature “The House of The Living Corpse”, there is the main attraction, “Philip Alien, Space Detective”. Scattershot parody whose few laughs are provided by Mull, in tw...